With summer in full swing, it’s time to enjoy more sunshine, warmer temperatures, and extra time with family and friends outdoors. Yet, with so many vacations and barbecues on the books, it’s easy to take a detour from your fitness goals and resolutions (remember those?) for those more “fun” options.

It’s Fall… the weather is changing, the kids are back at school, and the days are shorter. Many people dread this time of year, as it means the end of the fun days of summer and the start of seasonal affective disorder (SAD). SAD is a type of depression that typically occurs in late Fall and lasts through the end of winter.

Have you thought about “The Strong Friend” needing help? No one never does. She seems to conceal her vulnerability, hold her tears, and offer endless advice or support to others, which does not mean she does not mean she does not need anyone to lean on herself.

Very common in adults and on the rise in children, heel pain continues to be the number one reason patients seek care from foot and ankle surgeons. While experts say there are many reasons for heel pain, including bursitis, Achilles tendonitis, bone bruises, fractures, growth spurts and nerve pain, the most common cause is plantar fasciitis, a condition that one in 10 people will suffer from in their lifetime.

The start of warmer months means everyone is ramping up their schedules. Between work, kids, social lives, family and more, prioritizing your own mental, emotional, and physical health can easily fall down the daily to-do list. Its not always easy to put yourself first, but addressing aspects of your health and practicing self-care can involve simple, everyday actions that only take minutes; which is especially important when you're busy.

Throughout the pandemic, teachers have gone above and beyond for their students, becoming not just educators, but also counselors, role models and friends to their students by supporting their overall well-being.

It’s summertime, and everyone is back out and about. It’s the best time for people to explore and try new things; must be the summer heat. One of the things that individuals like to experience is being with someone plus sized. You’re probably asking yourself…” What is she talking about?” Well, let me break it down for ya.

It is easy to become so accustomed to a routine that every day feels the same. But just because your days may seem like the same old thing day in and day out, doesn’t mean you can’t spice it up to make your regular routine more interesting.

In the last few years, more Americans have gotten hooked on the rich, mouth-watering flavors and bold spices of South Asian cuisine. In fact, research has shown an increase in searches for Indian cuisine, making it the second most searched for cuisine on Instagram.

Small businesses are the heartbeat of communities. They pump life into neighborhoods, making them vibrant places to live, work and raise families, and are key to millions of local jobs. In fact, approximately 50% of all Americans are employed by a small business and 99% of American businesses are small businesses, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Here are seven things in my opinion that need to no longer grace the pageant stage. However, please check with the individual pageant system as there may be requirements that include these items. I’m one for being different and extra, and encourage others to do the same.

Almost three years ago, I created a blog post which was a list of things I wished for individuals. Who knew right after I posted that, the way we saw the world would change dramatically. I had to reread that blog post and add to it because there are so many people in pain, struggling…even my life has changed in ways that caused some happiness, but more tears.

By improving your relationship with yourself and implementing certain practices, you can significantly enhance your life and start to feel and look your absolute best in no time. Whether it's exercising more, starting a new hobby, or simply taking a walk in nature, your journey begins here.

Falling short of your goals? In a period of stagnation? It may be time to spring clean your routine. Here are a few tips and ideas for getting more done with greater ease.

But, what about the Groom! Screams no one! The Groom is as important as his bride! The Groom is an equal part of a wedding day, and too often, they seem to leave the man of the day out of the equation. Majority of the wedding industry pushes Grooms to become that figurine on the top of the wedding cake, almost like a stand necessary for the Bride’s big day.

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Sticking to a schedule is good for health, wellness and productivity. Learn to adhere to a daily routine with the following tips and tricks

Education is taking a serious turn on young black kids, especially young black boys. They are targeted to be the kids who come from low-income homes, a single parent home, or lack thereof. Many educators who enter into the field are already claiming that young black boys will not make it because of what society has placed in their way.

This year for Valentine's Day, MultI-talented, emerging R&B artist, actress, and model "Yassie", partnered with her local Olive Garden to give two women who are currently battling Cancer, a beautiful dinner. Although, due to their health they weren't able to make the visit to Olive Garden yesterday, they were gifted with Olive Garden Gift cards by Yassie, who spent the day with the ladies and their loved ones.

UBCTV Network is a Urban Lifestyle Cable Multi-media Network and the brainchild of CEO Peggy Dodson, who has been in the entertainment and television industry for over 16+ years, starting out as a professional jazz singer and recording artist. She started her own production company from there.